Mitchell Elegbe: from Music Cassette Seller to Billion-Dollar Tech CEO
Mitchell Elegbe could pass for a man who’s dwelt in posh and ease all his life. He certainly has the looks to go with it: a fine physique, imposing fashion, and an august carriage. Plus, speech of the sort you might associate with “privilege”. Read more about Tech And there’s the fact that he’s the […]
5 Nigerian Companies Make CNBC’s Top 300 FinTechs
CNBC, a leading global media outlet for business news and analysis, has featured 5 Nigerian companies on its list of the top 300 FinTechs for 2025. The Nigerian companies that appear on CNBC’s Top 300 FinTechs are Opay, Palmpay, Moniepoint, PiggyVest, and Interswitch. It placed them in the midst of such heavyweights as PayPal, […]
Moove: A Mobility FinTech Company on a Transformation Mission
Moove planned to dominate the global mobility sector, and this has been achieved over time by getting their customers started in 3 simple steps: apply for a car, get verified and start driving. Read more about FinTech In this article, we’ll be diving into details about this mobility company and how it is changing […]
How Bamboo Is Revolutionising the Investment Market
In the past, there was barely enough information on investment platforms, strategies or processes; hence, people easily fell prey to different schemes and scams. For many Nigerians, the stock exchange market seemed like a complex idea, making it hard for people to navigate. However, in recent years, the rise of Fintech has changed the […]
Understanding the Influence of Peer Recommendations on Purchases in Nigeria
Peer recommendations have emerged as a critical driver of consumer behavior in Nigeria’s rapidly digitalizing market. In a country where social ties and communal values play a pivotal role, word‐of‐mouth (both online and offline) can decisively shape purchase decisions. This article examines how social media platforms, cultural dynamics, and strategic marketing initiatives converge to harness […]
The VivaTech Afritech Awards 2025 for Tech Startups in Africa
Applications are currently ongoing for the VivaTech Afritech Awards. Organized by the creators of Viva Technology, an annual tech conference held in Paris, France, the VivaTech Afritech Awards exists to spotlight and reward startups making a positive impact in GreenTech, HealthTech, and FinTech/E-commerce. If your startup meets these and other criteria set out by […]
FinTech Trends to Watch: How they’ll Shape Businesses in 2025
fintech Financial technology has powered great change across the worlds of commerce and industry for over a decade. The transformations that have come in its wake are only continuing and gaining momentum. As the year 2025 unfolds, we’re likely to see an entrenchment of tech in this area, and the emergence of new applications for […]
Essential FinTech Tools to Boost Business Efficiency in 2025
If you’re running a company or some other kind of commercial venture, you’ll need FinTech tools to enable your business to operate smoothly. The simplicity and ease that technologies in this category afford make them must-haves for enterprises that exist in today’s world. Read more about FinTech FinTech solutions cater to a variety of business […]
How FinTech is Revolutionizing Money Habits in 2025
If there’s anything we can be certain of, it’s the fact that contemporary technology will continue to evolve in 2025. As it does, it will drive change in the way people communicate, are entertained, get informed, and do business. One aspect of the technological landscape to watch out for is financial technology. It’s been […]
Apply for the Visa Africa Accelerator Program 2025 for FinTech Startups
Visa, the global payment card company, is organizing an accelerator for FinTechs in Africa. The Visa Africa Accelerator Program aims to connect the continent’s most promising financial technology startups with mentorship, new technologies, and investments. If you have founded and are currently building a FinTech, here’s an opportunity you may want to explore. Read […]
How 2024 Revolutionized the FinTech Landscape in Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria’s FinTech scene continued on the upward trajectory that it had begun driving years ago. From digital payments to blockchain solutions, crowdfunded investment platforms and democratized insurance, there’s so much going on in the space. Most of it didn’t even exist a decade ago. This article celebrates this rapid growth by highlighting […]
Dell Technologies Envision the Future Competition 2025
Dell Technologies is excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 Envision the Future Competition. This annual contest invites senior undergraduate students from universities across the Middle East and Africa to showcase their innovative graduation projects. The aim is to encourage students to contribute actively to the evolution of IT while gaining […]
The First Bank FinTech Innovators Pitch Program 2024 for Early-Stage Startups
Early-stage FinTech startups from across Nigeria are invited to apply for a place in the First Bank FinTech Innovators Pitch Program. Organized by First Bank, this program aims to shine the spotlight on some of the most innovative FinTechs emerging out of the country and support them to scale and make a positive impact. […]
Nigeria’s Moniepoint Achieves Unicorn Status After $110 Million Funding Round
Moniepoint Achieves Unicorn Status. Moniepoint a Nigerian FinTech company that provides loans and banking services, has lapped up $110 million in its Series C funding round. This round values the company at over $1 billion, meaning that it has joined the ranks of a handful of African unicorns. Read more about Business This latest […]
Apply for the 15Wins Venture Funding Program
Startups with innovative ideas and ready to scale their operations can apply for the 50 million Naira 15Wins Venture Funding Program committed to promoting the growth of promising startups in Nigeria. Read more about Opportunities The 15Wins Venture Funding Program is designed for “high-growth potential startups in fast-paced sectors such as fintech, agritech, healthtech, […]
Apply for the Carbon Nigeria Accounting Trainee Program 2024
Carbon, a leading Nigerian FinTech, is currently receiving applications from persons who want to join its Accounting Trainee Program. The company says it’s on the lookout for smart accountants with an eye for detail, a love of numbers, and a desire to launch a successful career in finance. Read more about Opportunities This Accounting […]